Re: Why not have retractable railings?
Yes, the cleat that they had there tore away from the dock and hit the person right in the face. Breakaway ropes allow the ropes to keep the ship in place, but allow the rope to break if it comes under too much tension. Breaking the rope relieves the pressure on the cleat.
BTW, is that the proper term for it?
Yes, the cleat that they had there tore away from the dock and hit the person right in the face. Breakaway ropes allow the ropes to keep the ship in place, but allow the rope to break if it comes under too much tension. Breaking the rope relieves the pressure on the cleat.
BTW, is that the proper term for it?
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